Before college, Santiago said she felt no inclination to date anybody. She explained that she only became interested in dating after conversing about romance with her best friend, Zenaida Labrador.

She almost failed her 1969 Bar exam

UP Visayas graduation (Photo: Miriam Santiago’s Facebook page)

Santiago is considered as one of the most brilliant minds in the history of Philippine politics. However, she almost failed her Bar exam with a grade of 78%.

She more than made up for her disappointing exam performance by getting a couple of Master’s and Doctor’s degrees.

She suffered depression

UP Law (Photo: Miriam Santiago’s Facebook page)

Due to suffering a case of amoebic dysentery, the fiery woman also suffered bouts of depression during her time in UP Visayas. Despite her health conditions, she still graduated Magna Cum Laude.

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She loved swimming and basketball

Swimsuit (Photo: Miriam Santiago’s Facebook page)

Many Pinoys applaud Santiago’s brain, but she was actually athletic back in the day. She loved playing basketball and even won a swimming competition when she was younger.

She married her husband twice

Wedding (Photo: Miriam Santiago’s Facebook page)

Miriam was faithfully married to her husband from 1970 until her death. In 2011, the long-time married couple even renewed their vows! According to the politican, the secret for the success of their marriage is independence and autonomy.

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